First-Year Stu
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Sydney Heim, BArch
Julia Cutajar, BArch
My name is Sydney, and I’m heading into my first year at the Notre Dame as an architecture student! I’ve known since middle school that I wanted to pursue a career in architecture. The thing that attracted me most to the Notre Dame program was the sense of community inherently present at the university. When I visited Walsh Family Hall, I couldn’t help but smile as I bore witness to the vibrant culture amongst the architecture students. It was something I knew I wanted to be a part of. And, of course, the Rome Studies Program was just the cherry on top. I’ve always wanted to travel the world and witness firsthand the beauty of a foreign country. Notre Dame gave me the opportunity to do something that I’d only dreamed of. I hope to gain an exemplary education (which I have no doubt I will, being where I am) as well as develop bonds and learn skills that will stay with me long after I leave the Notre Dame School of Architecture studi0.
I am Julia Cutajar from Oyster Bay, New York. I have known I wanted to be an architect for a while now. Whether it be playing with Lincoln Logs when I was younger or remaking furniture, I have always had the desire to create. Over the years, math and art were some of my favorite classes, and architecture will allow me to perfectly combine these passions. I chose Notre Dame because I was drawn to its powerful message of being a force for good in the world. Notre Dame has an unparalleled community and network that I know will help me make an impact in the future. As for the architecture program, I am looking forward to being a part of a tight-knit community to learn and collaborate with. The opportunity to travel to Rome is such a unique experience that will be priceless in terms of knowledge and lifelong memories.
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